Facilities

Garden
Function Rooms
Car park
Commercial Kitchen
Private accommodation

Turn Opportunity into Success at the Derby Arms

The Derby Arms is an exceptional pub opportunity in the picturesque Knowsley Village, on the outskirts of Liverpool. With an established reputation for quality food and drink, strong local support and the ability to attract customers from the wider area, this ...

Important Information

Agreement A 5 year Hive Pub franchise agreement.
Guaranteed Income £20,000
Turnover share 36% of Food Sales 20.5% of Drink Sales
Profit share 5%
Bonus £7,500
Annual Estimated Total Sales £728,000
Estimated Annual Franchise Retained Income £42,000
You will earn a guaranteed income of £20,000 per annum (paid at £385 per week), plus a percentage of net food and drink sales (also paid weekly). In addition, you can earn up to £7,500 bonus per annum based on your audited standards and a share of the profit (paid quarterly) if your business is successful. The estimated annual franchisee retained income quoted includes profit share and 50% of the total bonus opportunity available. Earnings are uncapped and can increase or decrease dependent on franchisee performance.
Income explained You will earn a guaranteed income of £20,000 per annum (paid at £385 per week), plus a percentage of net food and drink sales (also paid weekly). In addition, you can earn up to £7,500 bonus per annum based on your audited standards and a share of the profit (paid quarterly) if your business is successful. The estimated annual franchisee retained income quoted includes profit share and 50% of the total bonus opportunity available. Earnings are uncapped and can increase or decrease dependent on franchisee performance.
Entry cost of £5,000 is payable on change day. This includes legal fees and start up training costs. An extra £3,000 will be required as working capital, to ensure there is sufficient cash flow in the business before we make our first payment to you. You will be responsible for paying any staff wages including Employers National Insurance, liability insurances to protect the business and the public, TV licence and council tax for private accommodation.
Entry Costs £5,000
The Derby Arms offers a spacious ground-floor bar and dining area, centred around a well-positioned bar which creates defined areas for drinking and dining. Doors lead out to the attractive rear beer garden with views across open countryside. Upstairs, an impressive function room and separate bar provide excellent space for celebrations, events and private hire, while a well-equipped commercial kitchen supports the pub's food operation.

Tony Pilley

‘I joined Greene King in 2026 after building broad experience across operational leadership, human resources and business development in the pub industry. I'm passionate about helping franchisees succeed through close partnership, practical support and shared best practice. For me, great pub operators bring energy, enthusiasm and a genuine love of hospitality, creating welcoming places, inspiring their teams and giving customers memorable experiences.’